The Top Most Dangerous Hikes in the World
Huashan Mountain Trail / China
Not too many hikes require the rental of a harness to keep you from tumbling off a dizzyingly high cliff. The Huashan Mountain Trail happens to be one of them!
Kalalau Trail USA / Hawaii
If you’re looking to experience some of the most spectacular scenery Hawaii has to offer, there’s no doubt you’ll find it on the Kalalau Trail.
Half Dome USA / California
To hike the strenuous and perilous stretch called Half Dome, in California’s Yosemite National Park, you must win a permit via a lottery.
Angel’s Landing USA / Utah
The Angel’s Landing hike in the Zion National Park in Springdale, Utah is not for anyone with even the tiniest fear of heights.
Maze Overlook Trail USA / Utah
The Maze is the least accessible area in a “sedimentary rock” wilderness. It’s also one of the most remote places in the lower 48.
West Coast Trail / Canada
Spanning nearly 47 miles (75 kilometers) over the southwestern edge of Vancouver Island in the province of British Columbia, the West Coast Trail was constructed in 1907 to rescue shipwreck survivors.
Camp Muir USA / Washington
The Camp Muir hike is perfect for those who aren’t officially into mountain climbing but still want the thrill of reaching a high elevation.
Bright Angel Trail USA / Arizona
Many unfortunate hikers have learned the hard way that the Bright Angel Trail, which begins on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and goes down to the Colorado River, is a very deceptive eight miles.